Donny Benét

On 30 September 2026, Donny Benét will be performing at the Melkweg in Amsterdam. The Australian singer-songwriter and bassist from Sydney has been building his own universe since the early 2010s, where pop, disco, funk and Italo-disco intersect, with a clear nod to 1980s production. He debuted with Don’t Hold Back (2011) and continued his persona as a crooner with a twist on Electric Love (2012) and the collaborative project Weekend at Donny’s (2014). With The Don (2018) the focus shifted to melodic songs about love and everyday romance, carried by his deep voice and basslines that take centre stage. Mr Experience (2020) moved toward soft rock and synth-pop with a modern lounge vibe, while the largely instrumental Le Piano (2022) revealed his more contemplative side. Live, Benét often brings a band and delivers tight grooves, synth hooks and slow jams that gradually get the dancefloor moving. Expect a set that wanders through his catalogue, from sliding bass to gleaming synths, with that lightly ironic flair that characterises his shows.